Training
Our Communities Team is here to support member groups with their training needs.
We can carry out a training needs analysis to identify gaps and priorities, deliver training directly, or source the right providers for you. Some training is a legal requirement depending on your activities, while other sessions are highly recommended for staff development and to strengthen your team’s skills. Whatever your needs, we’ll work with you to ensure compliance and growth.
In addition to paid courses, there are several free training resources* available to member groups, some of which are listed here. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, our Communities Team is here to help.
- Compliance – inc. Safeguarding / Prevent / Health and Safety etc…
- Governance
- IT and AI
- Work Skills
- Volunteering
For more information please email kerry@communityactiondacorum.org.uk
Call us if you have any questions about how we can help your local organisation. 01442 247 209
*The following courses and resources are provided by external organisations. While Community Action Dacorum facilitates access to these materials to support your group’s growth and personal development, the charity has no direct control over the specific content, accuracy, or currency of external programmes. We recommend that users verify the latest details and policies directly with the external training provider.
Compliance – inc. Safeguarding / Prevent / Health and Safety etc…
With regards to Prevent Awareness Training this is a government produced course which takes approximately 30 – 40 minutes to complete. The link to join is as follows and you can do the course at your own pace:
Health & Safety / First Aid
There are an abundance of free health and safety courses available, but these are the most relevant to charities: Free Online Courses UK – Free Courses in England
Free Health & Safety Guides this list is not exhausted:
Legal guides, risk assessments, toolbox talks, checklists and training factsheets to help you comply with the 13 most critical health & safety regulations, including: Workplace Regulations | Health & Safety Adviser
Safeguarding/Prevent
Learn responsibilities, procedures & how to raise concerns effectively…Free Online Safeguarding Training Course with Certificate
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health Awareness Training Free Online Mental Health Awareness Training Course with Certificate
Mental Health Awareness Training
IT training
Free IT training courses Free Online Cyber Security Course with Certificate
Using Social Media
Free social media courses Free Online Digital Marketing Course with Certificate
Lone Working / Remote Working
22% of the UK’s working population are lone workers.
The following information is provided by Hertfordshire County Council – ACS Learning and Development
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THEIR BOOKING PAGE AND FOR MORE INFORMATION
Prevent Awareness Training is a government produced course which takes approximately 30 – 40 minutes to complete. The link to join is as follows and you can do the course at your own pace:
Free Cyber Security training run by Hertfordshire police for SMEs and the public.
Herts Community Foundation Training and Development offers courses for VCFSE groups, covering governance, fundraising, volunteer management, safeguarding, and project planning to help organisations deliver effective, sustainable community services.
Accounting for Trustess
Trust accounting is a specialized process that involves managing and reporting the financial activities of a trust, ensuring transparency, compliance, and the proper administration of trust assets.
Policies for Trustees
Here are some key policies and procedures for trustees:
Governance Framework: Establish a clear governance framework to ensure good management and accountability within the charity.
